Protect Yourself and Others from the Flu
Getting a flu shot, is the best way to lower the risk of influenza (the flu). The flu vaccine also lowers the risk of spreading the virus to family members, friends and people you work with. To protect yourself and others from getting the flu, it is best to get vaccinated in early fall before flu season begins.
Flu Clinic Locations & Hours
Fall/Winter 2019-2020
The University of Chicago Medicine offers flu shots for our existing patients at several convenient locations on the South Side and in the south suburbs.
South Side
We offer clinics on Chicago's South Side in the Hyde Park and South Shore neighborhoods.Location
Comer Children's Hospital Family Flu Clinic
UChicago Medicine Comer Children's Hospital
5721 S. Maryland Avenue, 4th Floor
Who qualifies?
- Patients with care established at UChicago Medicine and family
- Patients older than six months of age
When can I get the flu shot?
Schedule
- Wednesday, October 23, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday, October 26, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Tuesday, November 5, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday, November 16, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Saturday, December 7, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Tuesday, December 10, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Location
UChicago Medicine Pharmacy
Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine (DCAM)
5758 S. Maryland Avenue, Chicago, IL
Who qualifies?
- UChicago Medicine patients
- Patients age 10 years or older
When can I get the flu shot?
Available September 16, 2019 through March 30, 2020
Schedule
Monday through Friday
9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location
Primary Care Group
Duchossois Center for Advanced Medicine (DCAM)
5758 S. Maryland Avenue, Chicago, IL
Who qualifies?
- UChicago Medicine Primary Care Group patients
- Patients older than six months of age
When can I get the flu shot?
Available October 2 through December 21
Schedule
- Mondays and Wednesdays, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
- Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are preferred. Please contact 1-773-702-6840 to schedule an appointment. An administration fee will apply.
Location
UChicago Medicine Senior Care South Shore
7101 S. Exchange Avenue, Chicago, IL
Who qualifies?
- Patients with primary care established at UChicago Medicine
- Patients age 65 and older
When can I get the flu shot?
Available September 6, 2019 through March 30, 2020
Schedule
- Mondays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Walk-ins are accepted. An administration fee will apply.
South Suburbs
Our south suburban clinic locations are in Crestwood and Orland Park.Location
UChicago Medicine at Ingalls - Crestwood
4742 Cal Sag Road, Crestwood, IL 60445
Who qualifies?
UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial patients
When can I get the flu shot?
Available through May 2020
Schedule
- Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Walk-ins are accepted.
Flu vaccination will cost $25, if not covered by prescription insurance.
Location
UChicago Medicine Orland Park
14290 S. LaGrange Road, Orland Park, IL
Who qualifies?
- Patients with care established at UChicago Medicine
- Patients age six months and older
When can I get the flu shot?
Available September 16, 2019 through March 30, 2020
Schedule
Mondays
5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Prepare Yourself for Flu Season
Like clockwork each winter, your friends and family start coughing and sniffling. Winter illnesses — particularly influenza — can mean days or even weeks of misery. But there is good news: preventing the spread of flu, or minimizing its severity, is relatively simple.
Easy Steps to Help Prevent Flu
